How to Pronounce "bodega"
word
/boʊˈdeɪɡə/
boh-DAY-guh
/bˈəʊdɡɐ/
buh-DAY-guh
Definition
A 'bodega' is a small grocery store, often found in urban neighborhoods, selling food, drinks, and other basic items. In American English, especially in New York, it refers to corner convenience stores, often run by families.
IPA Transcription
American English
/boʊˈdeɪɡə/
British English
/bˈəʊdɡɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
boh-DAY-guh
UK
buh-DAY-guh
Listen in Context
I stopped at the bodega to buy some milk.
The bodega on the corner is open all night.
You can get snacks at the bodega.
Let's swing by the bodega and grab a soda before the movie.